NCAA Petitions AGF, IGP to Probe, Prosecute Kwam 1 Over alleged
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has petitioned the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) to investigate and prosecute Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as Kwam 1, for allegedly violating aviation safety protocols during a ValueJet flight.
In a statement on Thursday, Michael Achimugu, NCAA’s director of public affairs and consumer protection, said the incident occurred during a scheduled ValueJet flight VK201 and involved actions that “disrupted standard operating procedures and violated aviation safety protocols.”
“While full details of the incident are still being compiled, the NCAA has emphasised the importance of upholding aviation safety standards and ensuring accountability, regardless of the parties involved,” the statement read.
Achimugu disclosed that the NCAA has written to the AGF and IGP requesting “a comprehensive criminal investigation and the initiation of appropriate prosecution following the provisions of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Regulations (Nig. CARs) 2023 supra and all other applicable laws.”
Following the incident, which was linked to the disorderly conduct of the musician on board the flight, the NCAA also suspended two ValueJet pilots.
As part of the enforcement effort, the NCAA’s Director General, Capt. Chris Najomo has issued an advisory to the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON), urging them to “immediately consider and institute a No-Fly List for K1 De Ultimate (on any commercial flight), pending the outcome of official investigations.”
Achimugu said the advisory “aligns with global aviation standards that prioritise the safety of passengers, crew, and airline operations,” and reaffirmed the NCAA’s resolve to protect the integrity of Nigeria’s aviation industry.
